near to Lambeth, Great Britain

Westminster Bridge was opened in 1750, but fell into disrepair and was replaced by the present bridge in 1862. With an overall length of 252 metres and a 26 metre width, it is a seven-arch wrought iron bridge which has Gothic detailing by Charles Barry (the architect of the Palace of Westminster). It is the oldest bridge in central London. It is Grade II* listed.Link

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Discussion on TQ3079

BIG BENIt is a common misconception that the actual name for what most people call Big Ben is "St Stephen's Tower" however this is wrong. The official name for the tower is actually (and rather boringly) "The Clock Tower" I am sorry to be so pedantic but I am a guide at the Houses of Parliament and if you don't believe me have a look at the official web-site for the building at www.parliament.govPersonally I like to call it "Big Ben" - at least thats how it is known by most people!Kevin.